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Terrace Kandy

City Centre, Kandy

Situated near Kandy Museum and Sri Dalada Maligawa, Terrace Kandy is in Kandy and features free private parking and a restaurant.

S
Susanthi
From
Sri Lanka
Nothing to say about the view it was that much amazing. Room was super clean. Very friendly staff always willing to help us. Breakfast is so good. Definitely coming back
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 104 reviews
Price from
US$15.39
1 night, 2 adults

Galkaduwa360 Villa

Kandy

Set within 2.7 km of Kandy City Center Shopping Mall and 3.4 km of Bogambara Stadium, Galkaduwa360 Villa offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kandy.

M
Meuranga Muditha
From
Sri Lanka
The view 😍 The comfort 😍
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 149 reviews
Price from
US$30
1 night, 2 adults

Kandy Food Lovers Home Stay by AGS

Kandy

Situated within 4.4 km of Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens and 6.2 km of Ceylon Tea Museum, Kandy Food Lovers Home Stay by AGS features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kandy.

A
Alice
From
Australia
It is such a beautiful property with the most kind, helpful and welcoming host family. The food is absolutely incredible and suggested activities for each day were well thought out. It felt like our hosts went above and beyond to make us feel safe, welcome and happy. They are a truely delightful family.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 113 reviews
Price from
US$34
1 night, 2 adults

Namaya Nature

City Centre, Kandy

Conveniently set in the centre of Kandy, Namaya Nature is a recently renovated homestay, which provides free WiFi, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive.

H
Hewawasam
From
Sri Lanka
I had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The hospitality was exceptional, and the owner went above and beyond to ensure we felt welcome and comfortable. The food was absolutely delicious, a true highlight of our visit. The attention to detail and the warm atmosphere made this experience unforgettable. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a cozy and well-cared-for stay. Thank you for such a great experience!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 134 reviews
Price from
US$24.03
1 night, 2 adults

Kande Home

City Centre, Kandy

Ideally located in the centre of Kandy, Kande Home offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking. The property has mountain and river views, and is 1.9 km from Kandy Museum.

M
Mia
From
South Korea
The host couple were the best. They treated me like a daughter. Thank you so so much for your kindness🫶
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 124 reviews
Price from
US$28.35
1 night, 2 adults

Mountain View

City Centre, Kandy

Attractively set in the centre of Kandy, Mountain View features free WiFi, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive.

E
Enkvist
From
Finland
We had a wonderful stay! The view is breathtaking, the room was amazingly clean and fresh with comfortable bed. The whole family was so helpful and kind, even helped us with food when we arrived late and hungry. Our best stay in sri lanka so far. Definitely recommend staying at mountain view guesthouse when you are in Kandy!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 286 reviews
Price from
US$12
1 night, 2 adults

Sun Dove Suite

City Centre, Kandy

Ideally located in Kandy, Sun Dove Suite offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking. The property has lake and city views, and is 1.6 km from Bogambara Stadium.

C
Chenxi
From
Hong Kong
Hands down the best guest house during the entire Sri Lanka trip and one of the best in my many years of solo travelling. Room - brand new, large, comfortable bed with very cozy wooden and modern decoration. Good lighting at all hours. WiFi worked perfectly- was having multiple video calls for work. Nice bathroom - plenty of hot water and most importantly has glass shields to separate from toilet. Location - can’t be any better! 3 mins walk to the best view point in Kandy, 10 mins walk to Kandy Lake. The best photos I took in Kandy were all from the terrace, being able to watch beautiful sunrise/sunset and the panoramic view of Kandy everyday. Services - the host family is superb. Homemade and nutritious breakfast every morning that introduces you to local Sri Lanken cuisine. They are extremely knowledgeable of the country in every aspect and give great tips for travelling. While always there to help, they have a lot of privacy to each guest .
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 488 reviews
Price from
US$33
1 night, 2 adults

Mystique Hideout

Kandy

Set in Kandy and only 2.3 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, Mystique Hideout offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

M
Michelle
From
New Zealand
Great location not far from town centre, bus station, railway station etc. nestled in a leafy area away from the chaos of town. We watched the squirrels and birds from the balcony while eating breakfast. Siraj was a fantastic host. Best pancakes and fruit platter. He was very friendly and helped us answer our questions about Kandy. PickMe and Uber work well here too.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 385 reviews
Price from
US$12.96
1 night, 2 adults

SERENE HOME

Kandy

Boasting free bikes and views of garden, SERENE HOME is a recently renovated homestay situated in Kandy, 3.2 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall.

A
Ann-Kathrin
From
New Zealand
We had an absolutely amazing stay! The room was clean and very comfortable. We loved the balcony and having a super delicious breakfast there enjoying the views and birds around was just so great! The location is a bit off the main city but we really enjoyed this as it wasn't so busy and the rice fields close by were a perfect place for sunset. On top of this, Sri and his family are so kind and helpful with everything! We were also able to rent a scooter which was really helpful too! We will definitely be back!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 117 reviews
Price from
US$28
1 night, 2 adults

Hello Kandy Homestay

City Centre, Kandy

Well set in Kandy, Hello Kandy Homestay is a recently renovated homestay, which provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

S
Simon
From
United Kingdom
10-15 mins up the hill in a tuk tuk, this is a lovely homestay with clean bedroom, comfy bed and a very charming host.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews
Price from
US$14
1 night, 2 adults
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Travellers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. This simple accommodation is in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.

Most booked homestays in Kandy and surroundings in the past month

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  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Kandy

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 263 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Kandy

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 900 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Kandy

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 769 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Kandy

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 705 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Kandy

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 385 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Kandy

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 695 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Kandy

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 897 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Kandy

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 883 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Kandy

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 489 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Kandy

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 943 reviews

Save money on homestays in Kandy and nearby – budget options available

  • Charlton Kandy City Rest

    Kandy
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 414 reviews

    Charlton Kandy Rest is an affordable property located only 1 km from Kandy Railway Station and Kandy Bus Station.

    From US$13 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 114 reviews

    Conveniently located in the centre of Kandy, The Views Kandy - 360 Mountain View offers free WiFi, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive.

    From US$88 per night
  • Windy Ridge Kandy

    Kandy
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 345 reviews

    Located in Kandy, near Bogambara Stadium, Kandy railway station and Sri Dalada Maligawa, Windy Ridge Kandy has a garden.

    From US$67.28 per night
  • The Next Door

    Kandy
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Ideally located in the centre of Kandy, the recently renovated The Next Door offers well-equipped accommodation featuring air conditioning, free WiFi and flat-screen TV.

  • St Bridget's Country Bungalow

    Kandy
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 610 reviews

    Situated in Kandy, within 1.6 km of Kandy City Center Shopping Mall and 1.7 km of Bogambara Stadium, St Bridget's Country Bungalow features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi as...

    From US$55 per night
  • Highest View

    Kandy
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 705 reviews

    Offering a shared lounge and mountain view, Highest View is situated in Kandy, 1.3 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall and 1.9 km from Kandy railway station.

    From US$28 per night
  • Marvel Hills Kandy

    Kandy
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 98 reviews

    Situated in Kandy, Marvel Hills Kandy features air-conditioned rooms and free private parking. In room facilities include hot water, TV, air conditioning, WiFi, tea & coffee facility free of charge.

    From US$61.61 per night
  • The Residence

    Kandy
    Budget options available

    Well situated in the centre of Kandy, The Residence offers a terrace, air conditioning, free WiFi and flat-screen TV. This guest house offers free private parking and full-day security.

    From US$66.60 per night

Enjoy breakfast in Kandy and nearby

  • Easy Stay

    Kandy
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 371 reviews

    Situated conveniently in Kandy, Easy Stay offers a continental breakfast and free WiFi. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

    From US$42 per night
  • 256 Townhouse Rest

    Kandy
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 750 reviews

    256 Townhouse Rest is set in the City Centre district of Kandy, 1.1 km from Sri Dalada Maligawa, 1.3 km from Kandy Museum and 1.5 km from Bogambara Stadium.

    From US$14.50 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews

    Boasting a terrace with garden views, a garden and a shared lounge, Misty Clouds Homestay can be found in Kandy, close to Kandy City Center Shopping Mall and 1.6 km from Bogambara Stadium.

    From US$20 per night
  • Janali Homestay

    Kandy
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

    Set in the heart of Kandy, Janali Homestay provides accommodation with garden views, just less than 1 km from Bogambara Stadium and a 13-minute walk from Kandy railway station.

    From US$15.54 per night
  • Mcleod-Inn

    Kandy
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 943 reviews

    Conveniently located in the centre of Kandy, Mcleod-Inn offers free WiFi, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive.

    From US$28 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

    Kandy Citylights Residence offers accommodation set 1.9 km from the centre of Kandy and features an open-air bath and a garden.

    From US$22 per night
  • Medhani

    Kandy
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 154 reviews

    Set 1.4 km from Bogambara Stadium and 1.7 km from Kandy railway station in the centre of Kandy, Medhani offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    From US$24.89 per night
  • Sunny Hill Residence

    Kandy
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 68 reviews

    In a central area of Kandy, Sunny Hill Residence features mountain views from the terrace. Located 1.8 km from Bogambara Stadium, the property provides a garden and free private parking.

    From US$25.53 per night

Great access to the city centre. Check these homestays in Kandy and nearby

  • Orchard Home

    Kandy
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 298 reviews

    Well situated in Kandy, Orchard Home offers a Full English/Irish breakfast and free WiFi.

    From US$31.08 per night
  • Dream Inn

    Kandy
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    Offering free WiFi and mountain views, Dream Inn is an accommodation situated right in the heart of Kandy, just less than 1 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall and a 10-minute walk from Bogambara...

    From US$19.98 per night
  • Kandy Railway Inn

    Kandy
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 94 reviews

    Situated conveniently in the City Centre district of Kandy, Kandy Railway Inn is situated 1 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, 1.5 km from Kandy Museum and 1.5 km from Sri Dalada Maligawa.

    From US$17.98 per night
  • Lilly Rooms

    Kandy
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 107 reviews

    Conveniently set in the City Centre district of Kandy, Lilly Rooms is located 1.2 km from Kandy railway station, 600 metres from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall and 1 km from Kandy Museum.

    From US$23.98 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

    Situated less than 1 km from Bogambara Stadium and a 16-minute walk from Kandy railway station in the centre of Kandy, Grand Infinite Home Stay features accommodation with free WiFi and free private...

    From US$31.08 per night
  • Sesatha lake Kandy

    Kandy
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 260 reviews

    Ideally set in Kandy, Sesatha lake Kandy is a recently renovated guest house, which offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

    From US$38.25 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 336 reviews

    Well located in Kandy, Lake Classical Guest House provides concierge services and free private parking. The property features lake and garden views, and is less than 1 km from Bogambara Stadium.

    From US$19.98 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 214 reviews

    In a prime location in Kandy, Kandy Dilruk Homestay provides an à la carte breakfast and free WiFi. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking.

    From US$14.50 per night

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Homestays that guests love in Kandy

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  • Avg. price/night: US$17.76
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 769 reviews
    Lovely room full of light and large bath room with access to kitchen and washing machine Cleaning be of the best Homestay’s we have stayed in Lovely hosts and very quiet yet minutes from supermarket with restaurants Would highly recommend staying here
    Guest review by
    Rex
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$19
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 274 reviews
    The Homestay is operated by a heartfelt loving host family. You feel welcome immediately and home. The rooms are pleasantly organized. Especially the light-flooded common room with dining table and arms lines for reading is inviting. From the terraces you have a view view to the Knuckle mountains. Mahesh is a helpful organizational talent, the mother prepares for breakfast, as well as tasty local food on request. I felt very comfortable in this Homestay.
    Guest review by
    Thomas
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$42
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 951 reviews
    Jaye’s Homestay was a great property to stay at. The owner, Jaye was a great host who kind and attentive. He prepared a delicious and giant Sri Lankan breakfast. Highly recommend. The rooms are spacious and the shower has good water pressure. The view from the shared balcony was lovely. The walk to the city, whilst up hill is only 10 minutes away maximum. Very good stay!
    Guest review by
    Conour
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$20
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 75 reviews
    Cham and his family are incredibly great hosts. He supports you wherever he can, is always there for you and available, helps you organise trips and simply makes you feel at home in his homestay. The vibe in the house is incredibly positive. Everyone smiles and it's just lovely. The breakfast in the morning is wonderful
    Guest review by
    Sarah
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$44
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 390 reviews
    I found this to be a lovely homestay. The place is filled with wood carved artwork, it’s like a museum. The host family is very kind, will help you with what you need and work their magic in the kitchen creating delicious meals for breakfast and dinner in my case. The also organize tours, which I joined and that was money and time very well spent. The homestay is a good 10 minute walk to town center, but it’s a relatively quiet one along the lake (north side).
    Guest review by
    Majid
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$28
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 943 reviews
    Great staff, nice view and located close to the city center! Book a tour on forehand via withlocals.com and look for a tour with host Buddhima. I promise she'll elevate your stay in Kandy and let you taste the best (street)food, fruits and spices. The rooms in the homestay are large, clean and the breakfast is good!
    Guest review by
    arnevanginkel
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$42
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 951 reviews
    Perfect home stay with lovely host, great breakfast (the best we had in Sri Lanka!), nice rooms and views. Thank you!
    Guest review by
    Rebecca
    Family with young children
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